About Senior Deduction Calc

Senior Deduction Calc is a free the $6,000 senior deduction tool built to give you a clear estimate in seconds - and to explain the rules behind it in plain language. No sign-up, no jargon, no cost.

Why this site exists

The extra $6,000 deduction for people 65 and older comes with income limits and a phase-out that are easy to get wrong. This site turns those rules into a quick estimate, so you can see what you may qualify for before you file.

Everything here is free to use and works on any device. There is nothing to install and no account to create.

How we keep it accurate

The figures and rules on this site are based on IRS.gov rather than guesswork. We cite our sources on each page, show an "Updated" date, and re-check the numbers when the rules change. When we find something out of date, we fix it and update the date.

Our tools run entirely in your browser - the numbers you enter are never sent to us. You can read more in our privacy policy.

What this site is not

Senior Deduction Calc gives estimates and general information, not personalised tax advice. For decisions about your own situation, please speak to a qualified tax professional or the IRS.

Found an error?

We want the figures here to be right. If you spot a mistake or an out-of-date number, please get in touch - tell us the page and the correct figure with a source, and we will check it against IRS.gov and update it.

Estimates only - not tax advice. Figures summarised from IRS guidance; confirm on IRS.gov or with a tax professional before you file.